Benjamin Litchfield
Belper ,Derbyshire
Summary
A highly skilled professional with expertise in delegation proficiency, health and safety compliance, and time management mastery. Demonstrates exceptional motivational aptitude and consistently meets deadlines, ensuring optimal productivity and efficiency. Committed to advancing career goals through continuous improvement and strategic application of core competencies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Despatch deputy team leader
Adshead and ratcliffe
Belper , Derbyshire
2025.01 - Current
- Facilitated daily operations with proactive support in problem resolution.
- Assigned tasks to team members to enhance overall productivity.
- Maintained a fair distribution of workload to improve productivity levels.
- Promoted ongoing professional development for better team skills and capabilities.
- Optimised team efficiency through consistent meetings and feedback sessions.
Waste co-ordinator
Adshead ratcliffe
Belper , Derbyshire
2021.10 - 2025.01
- Liaised with external parties to ensure seamless project execution.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Despatch operative
Adshead ratcliffe
Belper , Derbyshire
2015.09 - 2021.10
- Implemented effective storage solutions to maximise space utilisation in the warehouse area.
- Followed health safety regulations strictly for a safe workplace environment.
- Sorted received items into appropriate categories, updated inventory accordingly.
- Prepared detailed dispatch notes with order information.
- Communicated effectively amongst team members for smoother workflow.
- Packed products securely using appropriate packaging materials for safe transportation.
- Ensured timely delivery by packing orders accurately and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to meet all delivery deadlines.
- Coordinated with couriers for pick up times, giving clear instructions on location within the warehouse.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks to move large shipments.
- Loaded vehicles properly according to size and weight restrictions ensuring secure transit of goods.
- Transported heavy goods and pallets safely using forklift trucks.
Labourer
K Smithhurst building contractors
Belper , Derbyshire
2015.08 - 2015.09
- Implemented correct use of personal protective equipment at all times.
- Continually upheld high standards of workmanship within set deadlines.
- Followed all safety procedures for accident-free working conditions.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills whilst carrying out manual tasks.
Store assistant
B&M Retail
Belper , Derbyshire
2011.09 - 2013.08
- Directed customers towards desired merchandise successfully reducing search time.
- Packed purchased goods carefully, preventing potential damage.
- Improved product availability by effectively restocking shelves.
- Increased sales through suggestive selling techniques.
Education
GCSEs -
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
Belper, Derbyshire 2006.09 - 2010.07
NVQ Level 3 - Sports and Human Science
Derby College
Derby 2010.09 - 2011.08
Skills
- Delegation proficiency
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Meeting deadlines
- Motivational aptitude
- Time management mastery
Certification
IOSH - date completed 16/09/21
Forklift truck operator - date completed 27/02/20
ISOPA/ALIPA T-042 Cleaning and waste - date completed 10/07/23
Mental health first aid - date completed 19/03/24
COS leadership boot camp - date completed 01/12/22
IHASCO fire awareness - date completed 02/02/26
IHASCO manual handling - date completed 13/01/26
Timeline
Despatch deputy team leader
Adshead and ratcliffe
2025.01 - Current
Waste co-ordinator
Adshead ratcliffe
2021.10 - 2025.01
Despatch operative
Adshead ratcliffe
2015.09 - 2021.10
Labourer
K Smithhurst building contractors
2015.08 - 2015.09
Store assistant
B&M Retail
2011.09 - 2013.08
NVQ Level 3 - Sports and Human Science
Derby College
2010.09 - 2011.08
GCSEs -
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
2006.09 - 2010.07